Whether you’re just starting out as a whitewater kayaker or chasing your next Class IV challenge, Women’s Whitewater Week is designed to help you grow, connect, and thrive on the river. This eight-day experience brings together women from around the world for a week of kayaking, adventure, and community in Costa Rica.
It’s built around small groups, personalized coaching, and supportive progression. Beginners learn foundational skills, river safety, and boat control in a welcoming environment, while more experienced paddlers refine their technique, run more challenging rapids, and build confidence on bigger water. With multiple instructors and flexible groupings, we meet you where you are.
Along the way: a coffee farm tour, an overnight expedition on the Pacuare, jungle yoga, waterfalls, wildlife, and a crew of women who love adventure.
Day by day
- Day 0 · San José Airport arrival and a hotel night in San José (recommended travel day, not included; we help with the logistics)
- Day 1 · Turrialba Morning transport to Turrialba, coffee farm tour
- Day 2 · Turrialba Pejivalle River
- Day 3 · Turrialba Upper Upper Pacuare
- Day 4 · Pacuare River Pacuare overnight trip
- Day 5 · Pacuare River Jungle yoga, Pacuare River
- Day 6 · Sarapiquí Lower Sarapiquí River
- Day 7 · Sarapiquí Upper or Lower Sarapiquí River
- Day 8 · San José Flight out of Costa Rica
This itinerary may be adjusted to ensure the best experience and participant safety.
What’s included
- Professional guides
- Gear
- Lodging
- All meals
- Transportation
- Photos
Not included
- Your Day 0 hotel night in San José
What to bring
- Quick-dry athletic wear
- Water shoes
- Sunscreen
- A headlamp
All kayaking gear, rescue equipment and instruction materials can be provided.
Good to know
Yes. It’s designed for all levels, from complete beginners to advanced paddlers. Beginners learn foundational skills, river safety and boat control; more experienced paddlers work on technique and bigger water.
Experienced female instructors and guides who know these rivers inside and out. It’s a women-led week.
Yes: ₡90,000 off when you book with a buddy.
